Jefferson Elementary School vs Newell Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nebraska, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Grand Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
Newell Elementary School
Grand Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
348 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Grand Island, Nebraska | Newell Elementary School Grand Island, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #414 of 511 | #407 of 511 |
| National rank | #31143 of 50,301 | #30317 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 352 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 44% |
| city | Grand Island | Grand Island |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newell Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 41.2).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •Newell Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Newell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.7).
- •Jefferson Elementary School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 348.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jefferson Elementary School better than Newell Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Newell Elementary School ranks higher (42.5 vs 41.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jefferson Elementary School and Newell Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Grand Island and Grand Island in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 352. Newell Elementary School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Newell Elementary School rank in Nebraska?
Jefferson Elementary School is 414th of 511 and Newell Elementary School is 407th of 511 among elementary schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).